Thursday, September 21, 2017

Across the nation and in Louisiana, target shooting is
growing in popularity. According to the National
Shooting Sports Foundation, more than 20 million Americans enjoy target
shooting. And if you think the popularity is limited to older men, you’d miss
the mark. In fact, competitive shooting is one of the fastest growing high
school and community-based sports in the country.

These are all hazards that people face when returning home to a flooded
house or structure. The Louisiana Department of Health advises all residents to
be aware of the dangers flood waters pose and to take all appropriate
precautions.

Friday, August 11, 2017

This
article originally appeared in the August 2017 issue of the Voice
of Southwest Louisiana.
OPH’s Dr. Foch was the key contributor. The publication also included a
counterpoint article that suggested vaccines caused autism. This is a myth that
never seems to go away even in the face of numerous studies have found no
evidence to support this belief. This has resulted in a growing number of
parents who are refusing to vaccinate their children. Visit publichealth.org for more information about the myths
that have potential to cast doubt on vaccines as one of the pillars of modern
medicine.

As we gear
up to send our children back to school, one of the items to check off the list is making sure the shot
record is up-to-date. Have you ever
asked yourself, “Should I vaccinate my child?
Will they get sick? Will they
develop autism?” Take a few minutes and
explore these questions with me.

Friday, July 28, 2017

In spite of a continued downward trend in adult rates of
smoking nationwide, the rate in Louisiana remains relatively high. Experts say
this can be attributed to wealthier people kicking the habit while poorer
Americans are still lighting up.